Bake the chicken breast and serve topped with a pat of fragrant butter mixed with fresh herbs and lemon zest. Once the butter melts, the chicken will be filled with an incredibly refreshing...
Seasonal dishes
Try Pasta Primavera in a hearty casserole. Rigatoni pasta is tossed with fresh parsley and basil, vegetables, and three types of cheese—ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan—and baked until...
This tart vinaigrette with lemon juice and fresh herbs gets a sweet twist from the addition of honey and pairs beautifully with almost any salad. You can add any aromatic...
The delicate flavor of pork loin is the perfect foil for the Tuscan balsamic-herb sauce in which the thinly sliced cutlets are marinated before grilling. It imparts a sweet-tart...
Juicy young carrot tops look so delicious that it's a shame to throw them away, but despite being edible, they're difficult to make into anything truly worthwhile. Chimichurri sauce – like...
This latte-flavored iced cake is the perfect summer treat. It requires no baking and is served chilled—what more could you want on a hot day?! You'll need just six ingredients to...
A touch of homemade caramel with a hint of bourbon takes this root beer cocktail to a whole new level. Store any leftover caramel in the refrigerator in a tightly sealed container. You can also...
Before grilling, the turkey is brined and marinated overnight in a vibrant Mexican spice blend of citrus, annatto paste, oregano, coriander, and other aromatic herbs. The paste...
Impress your guests with an elegant, restaurant-style appetizer that's also easy to prepare. Crispy phyllo dough pouches filled with warm goat cheese are served with a light salad...
Fragrant herbs and citrus add a welcome pop of color to these olives, making them a light, easy-to-make appetizer. You can garnish a cheese platter with marinated olives, but they...
A lighter take on the classic chicken parmesan with arugula salad. Thin slices of chicken breast are quickly sautéed in tomato sauce and topped with mozzarella right in the pan to enhance the cheese...
Transform simple vanilla ice cream into a luxurious cherry dessert for a special occasion. Scoop ice cream into red wine glasses and top with warm homemade cherry...
If you're preparing a German-style dinner, there's no better side dish than potato salad. While most potato salads are served chilled, this version is best eaten...
Young asparagus is the perfect side dish for Easter or any other spring holiday table. For this quick, warm salad, blanched asparagus is dressed with hot olive oil and...
A healthier and lighter take on the classic potato and leek vichyssoise, this soup features vibrant arugula and skips the heavy cream. Nevertheless, the soup is velvety and...
Sear juicy beef patties with garlic, green onions, and Worcestershire sauce for a burst of flavor, top with a slice of Swiss cheese for melty goodness, and assemble hearty burgers with...
This flavorful beef stew is equally easy to make in a slow cooker, oven, or stovetop. The only downside is time. You'll have to settle for several hours of tantalizing...
For her Waldorf salad, Amanda Freytag prepares chicken in a unique way: she poaches chicken legs at a low simmer in a broth with white wine, celery, carrots, and onions. The chicken...
These Waldorf salad wraps, topped with natural yogurt and boiled chicken breast, are a delicious and healthier alternative to shawarma for a mid-day pick-me-up. For the dressing, use...
When making a roulade from high-quality beef, it's important that all the ingredients complement the rich flavor without overpowering it. This skirt steak recipe uses a little...
Even with rich autumn squash, you can make a bright and light salad. Slices of butternut squash are sautéed in butter and placed on top of a large mound of lettuce leaves dressed with...
These smoky cabbage steaks are perfect as a vegetable side dish, but they're also hearty enough to serve as a vegetarian main dish when paired with grains or...
Fire up the grill for a summer twist on the classic Caesar salad! Grilled kale is tossed with a creamy dressing, and toasted bread adds a touch of...
Grill sweet corn and juicy, ripe tomatoes for a delicious summer salsa. Spoon the salsa over scrambled eggs with grilled chorizo sausage and wrap in warm...
All the flavors of a classic American Southern breakfast come together on this pizza. Prepare the sausage sauce ahead of time on the stovetop, and cook the pizza on an outdoor grill (or, if needed, grill it there...
Radicchio is a robust lettuce whose bitterness is enhanced by a quick grilling. Grill quarters of the lettuce until the outside is lightly charred, while...
Fresh, sweet summer corn is cooked barbecue-style in this recipe. Topped with a sweet-and-spicy seasoning and slathered in tangy barbecue sauce, the corn is coated with a delicious...
Baba ganoush is a classic Levantine appetizer made with eggplant and tahini, a sesame paste that's also popular in the Middle East. Different versions of baba ganoush may also include yogurt (usually...
Pesto and hummus are two of the most popular party dips. This recipe combines hummus with two different types of homemade pesto—red and green—to create a vibrant and delicious appetizer.
Thin chicken breast cutlets are stuffed with sharp cheddar, crispy bacon, and fresh herbs and grilled under barbecue sauce until done. These rolls are the perfect accompaniment to...
A touch of tart natural yogurt and lemon make this cucumber, dill, and mint salad incredibly refreshing. Depending on the thickness, you may need a little more or less yogurt: cucumbers...
The common green onion you usually sprinkle on cooked dishes becomes the main ingredient in this recipe. Sauté it in a small amount of cream and garlic until tender...
When it comes to soups, celery is most often relegated to the role of a stir-fry ingredient, but in this creamy soup, it's the star! A whole bunch of celery stalks and celery root fill the soup...
Grilled (or pan-fried) quarters of romaine lettuce are served with sweet baked pears, melting Taleggio cheese, and crunchy hazelnuts in a light vinaigrette of...
Mushrooms have a rich umami flavor and are perfect as a filling for Asian spring rolls. Stir-fry them with grated carrots, napa cabbage, ginger, and garlic, and season with Asian...
Fa Gao, or lucky cake, is a popular Chinese dessert typically eaten during New Year celebrations to attract good luck and wealth. Soft, chewy, and slightly sweet, these steamed cakes...
You won't need crushed ice for this mint julep: it's made in the form of an alcoholic jelly! The jelly is topped with mint whipped cream and served in 30ml shot glasses. The perfect treat...
Granita is essentially a delicious, fluffy, snow-like cone eaten like ice cream. This recipe uses a Mint Julep cocktail to create a delicious, refreshing dessert for adults.
A mint julep is a wonderful combination of fresh mint, bourbon, and plenty of crushed ice, making it a truly refreshing summer drink. The mint syrup can be made ahead of time and stored...
Your guests won't believe you made this spectacular ice cream yourself. It's perfect for a house party because it's made ahead of time. If you don't have a special holder...
These delightful summer sorbet sandwiches are easy to make and resemble watermelon slices. You can substitute any flavor of red sorbet for the raspberry. Squeeze a small scoop of sorbet...
These thin, chewy cookies are made with almond flour. They're gluten-free, yet delicious. They stay moist for a long time, making them perfect for...
These glazed cookies with a refreshing citrus finish are perfect for both holidays and everyday use. They're easy to make and use simple, readily available ingredients. You can change up the flavor each time...
Bake these festive cookies with the warming, spiced flavor of autumn apple pie. This recipe calls for natural, non-alcoholic apple cider. It's simmered with fragrant...
A quick sour cream pie is a popular treat with coffee or tea. To make its flavor brighter and more interesting, layer fresh blackberries between two layers of dough. Top with crispy streusel...
Serve these little pink cakes at your summer party, which are actually made with watermelon and cream. Watermelon cubes are soaked in a light ginger-lime syrup, then each...
A sweet and savory three-ingredient filling (cream cheese, brown sugar, and heavy cream) provides the perfect backdrop for spiced gingerbread cookies in this no-bake cake. The cake...
This easy-to-make layered cake is perfect for any winter holiday. It features ten gingerbread-flavored layers, and you don't need to bake them in the oven—all the layers...
This salad is a great way to use juicy young corn without any cooking. Simply cut the kernels off the cob and soak them in the vinaigrette for a few minutes.
This recipe uses crushed corn chips to bread the chicken breasts. The chicken is baked in the oven and turns out just as crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside as if it were fried in a...
























































